As Zhang Chen sensed the changes in his body, Tian Jing slowly emerged from one side of the forest.
"Refining the physical body with the soul, merging the two into one—you're several times more impressive than I was back then. I once thought I was the most talented Jailer, but only after seeing you did I realize how arrogant I truly was. Jin Geng from Huaxia Country is quite remarkable as well. When he became a Jailer Lieutenant, the heavenly phenomenon he triggered was even stronger than mine."
Tian Jing stared at Zhang Chen, continuously praising him.
"Jin Geng?... Senior Tian Jing saw through my changes at a glance. That is what's truly impressive. I was able to comprehend my soul and reach this level thanks greatly to your guidance, Senior Tian Jing. I have nothing of equal value to offer in return."
"Enough with the pleasantries. I don't need any material reward from you. Just answer a few questions for me."
"Ask whatever you wish. I'll answer whatever I can," Zhang Chen replied.
"Your breakthrough in the soul just now triggered a ghostly manifestation in the skies of the Prison Realm. This is the first time I've ever seen such a phenomenon within the Prison Realm. Could it be that the ghost within you has already broken through its limitations and become a true ghost?"
Zhang Chen's expression froze. He had not expected Tian Jing to directly discern this crucial fact—that he had become a true ghost—from the celestial phenomenon alone.
"Yes. A few days before coming to the Prison Realm, I went to the Sunken Ghost Realm. By chance, I encountered an opportunity inside that transformed my ghostly body into a True Ghost Body. I was really lucky!" Zhang Chen scratched his head, smiling as he briefly explained